Media Release

Mangaluru, May 30: As part of its commitment to faculty development, St Agnes PU College regularly organizes sessions and workshops to hone and enhance teachers’ skills and keep them abreast of evolving practices in the field of education.

In line with this objective, the college organized a session on 'Learning strategies to develop 21st century skills' for the teaching staff, aimed at equipping and empowering them with the skills required to navigate the new digital teaching landscape with confidence.

The resource person for the session was Dr Flosy CR D’Souza, professor, PG Studies and Research in Education, Mangalore. The invigorating session set the tone for the new academic year, as teachers sharpened their skills and prepared to adopt revamped teaching strategies that transform the role of the teacher from a dispenser of information to an orchestrator of learning.

Dr D’Souza shared several tips on enlivening the classroom through engaging introductory activities and probing questions to enhance student involvement. She also emphasized the 4 C’s of 21st century learning skills—critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity—as essential components of modern education.

She also highlighted the importance of PEGS—posture, eye contact, gestures, and sound—as integral to creating an interesting and effective learning environment.

The session was a resounding success, providing teachers with valuable insights and plenty of food for thought. The Principal, Sr Norine D’Souza, vice principal Sr Janet Sequeira, and the staff of St Agnes PU College and High School were present on the occasion.